Cat® Grade
Precise grading helps you finish in fewer passes and stay on schedule. Cat® Grade gives you on-screen guidance and automated control so you can hit target grade faster with operators of any experience level. Crews work more consistently, waste less fuel, and spend less time on rework.
The system guides the operator with a clear in-cab display and, on supported machines, automates bucket or blade movements. That reduces guesswork and helps you keep specs tight on every pass. Tasks like paving approaches, leveling pads, or digging foundations get simpler and more repeatable.
You can choose the configuration that fits your work.
- Grade with 2D: Works on planes and slopes using an external reference. It needs less site infrastructure, which makes it a good choice for consistent applications.
- Grade with 3D: Uses an internal reference to manage complex contours, planes, and slopes. It supports changing site conditions and advanced designs. You can upgrade from 2D to 3D when your jobs evolve.
Where You Can Use It
Cat Grade comes standard on next generation Cat excavators and dozers, and it is available on select models across common earthmoving and paving fleets:
- Excavators
- Dozers
- Motor graders
- Paving equipment
- Skid steer loaders
- Multi-terrain loaders
- Scrapers
Key Benefits of Cat Grade
- Finish grade faster: Hit spec in fewer passes and reduce rework. Cat Grade can improve grading efficiency by up to 45 percent.
- Lower fuel use: Fewer passes and tighter control reduce run time and fuel burn.
- Higher accuracy: Automated inputs and steady guidance improve outcomes over manual methods.
- Less fatigue: Operators work from a simple, consistent interface, which helps new and experienced users stay productive across long shifts.
- Lower total cost: Faster cycles, fewer rework hours, and lower fuel use can save tens of thousands of dollars over a project.
Why Rent Grade-Enabled Machines from Cat Rentals?
You get more than a machine. Your local dealer team helps confirm compatibility, sets up the technology, and supports you for the full term. You can align rental length with your schedule and scale up or down by phase. If you are new to grade technology, we can help your operators get started so they see the benefits on day one.
Tell us your design targets, site conditions, and fleet mix. We will confirm the right 2D or 3D setup and schedule delivery. Find a Cat Rentals location near you.
FAQs
Q: Is Cat Grade fully automatic?
A: It provides guidance and can automate bucket or blade functions on supported machines. You still direct the work so you can adapt to real-world conditions.
Q: When should I choose 3D over 2D?
A: Pick 3D when you need complex contours or changing slopes, or when the site will benefit from a model-driven workflow. Use 2D for consistent planes and simpler slopes with minimal infrastructure.